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Wednesday, 3 August 2016

The layer of skin around
the testicles in known as Scrotum, which is itchy when one have the itchy
testicles. The skin that is behind the testicles and the groin area is sensitive
and prone to itching.The itchy scrotum
is not a serious health issue or also not a symptom. But it’s a matter of fact
that an itchy ball sack is embarrassing and irritating. There are many reasons
of itchy testicles that are why it is difficult to pinpoint just one. Many
reasons are harmless whereas few of them are serious health issues. Possible
Causes of the Itchy Testicles:

Fungal
Infections: Fungus grows in humid and warm climates.
That’s why the skin folds behind the scrotum are the ideal habitat for the
fungus to grow and these fungal infections causes irritation and itches. Jock Itch is the most common type of the
fungal infection occurs in the skin folds of the scrotum. Trichophyton rubrum
is the fungus which causes jock itch. The most common and prominent symptom of
jock itch which is accompanied by a red and scaly rash, is a very severe itch
around the testicles in the crotch region, inner thighs and the anus. The
simple and easy way to get relief from this itch is sprays or cream available
as over the counter drugs. If these itches continue, one must visit skin specialist.

Contact
Dermatitis: The main cause of contact dermatitis is
direct contact with an irritant around the testicles, the groin and the scrotum
area resulting discomfort, rashes and severe itches. Such allergic contact
dermatitis is more common in men who already have any type of skin allergies.
Such allergies are caused by dyes, plants, fragrances or any other items with
which one may come into contact. The
irritant contact dermatitis is more painful than that of an allergen. The
irritant contact dermatitis is mostly caused by strong chemical substances.

Crabs
or Pubic Lice: The crabs or pubic lice are another cause
of itchy ball sack. These lice feed on the human blood and found in the
gentiles and surrounding areas. The bites of these insects cause severe itches.

Scabies: Sarcoptes
scabeil is the parasite which is cause of scabies, also known as itch mite. The
common symptoms of scabies are severe itchy rashes which develop in the skin
folds around the genitals. The bite of these parasites is the causes of
irritation.

Psoriasis:
Psoriasis
is a skin disorder which is the cause of itchy testicles which affects the
elbows, lower back, knees and the scalp. The red areas of scaly skin are the
result of such rashes.

Remedies
for Itchy Testicles: Following are the simple home remedies for
itchy testicles:

Apple
Cider Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar is easy to use and
excellent option to control and cure many skin infections. It is natural,
antifungal and antibacterial.

Listerine: Listerine is an
antiseptic, antifungal, and antibacterial solution, which is easy to use and
instant relief provider which you can be applied to the infected area 3 times a
day using a cotton ball. It sting a little in start but gives relief instantly.

White
Vinegar: White
vinegar also possess similar properties as many of the other remedies mentioned
above, it has antiseptic properties and kills fungus instantly.